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Behind Psychostudio are the German artist duo Nikolai Müller and Milena Sündermann. Both work primarily in painting and explore in their art the transitions between consciousness and the unconscious, between inner images and external reality. Their artistic practice is united by an interest in making emotions, inner states, and psychological processes visible in a pictorial, sometimes even scenic, way. This results in works that address personal experiences, hidden desires, dreams, and inner movements, making them accessible and relatable for the viewer. The paintings become an interface between the artists' own experiences and the perception of the viewer. The name Psychostudio consciously reflects this exploration of the human psyche. While the word "psycho" often has a negative connotation in contemporary usage ("psychopath," "You psycho!"), its linguistic origin is much older and more profound. It originally derives from the ancient Greek psychḗ (ψυχή), which means something like soul, life force, or vital energy. Later, terms like psychology and psychotherapy developed from this, and the negative connotation of the word is also a relatively recent development, shaped primarily by everyday language and the media. With Psychostudio, we consciously revive this original meaning. As art therapists, we are interested not only in diagnosis or what seems to define a person at first glance, but also in their soul, their history, and their creativity. At the same time, we want to lighten the tone of the word "psycho" without being disrespectful. Humor, art, and openness can help to adopt new perspectives and find a different way of accessing one's own experience. Therefore, Psychostudio is not just a name, but an attitude that connects our artistic and therapeutic work.

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